Costco Foundation Grants for Rhode Island Youth
Rhode Island 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting children, education, or health and human services can seek monetary program funding through the Costco Foundation. Focused on community impact, the foundation invites applications for projects addressing identified local needs with measurable outcomes, which may include geology-related education or youth programs where those activities serve children and families.
Costco Foundation
Creag Foundation Support for Innovative Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services or social problem–solving programs can seek support that may benefit work in Rhode Island. Grants from Creag Foundation help organizations that are piloting new approaches or directions, including those addressing societal issues in areas like health, environment, community development, or public safety, subject to invitation-only applications.
Creag Foundation
Rhode Island Youth Programs Funding via Dan Paul Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting youth health, education, development, or welfare in Rhode Island and beyond can receive up to US $15,000 for direct-service programs. The Dan Paul Foundation supports initiatives such as child advocacy, homelessness and poverty services, environmental education, clean air and water projects, and enrichment for refugee and underserved children.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants for Startups
Early-stage, impact-focused nonprofits and mission-driven startups working on social or environmental solutions can apply for up to US $300,000 from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation to scale proven models. With a mission to back scalable change, it provides Rhode Island and global ventures with multi-year capital plus intensive capacity-building support.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Community Safety and Education Grants from State Farm
Educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and volunteer fire companies in Rhode Island can seek funding for safety, education, and community development projects from State Farm Companies Foundation. Focused on long-term impact, these grants may benefit geology-related initiatives that address disaster preparedness, mitigation, recovery, or community resilience in the state.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Hearst Foundation Culture Grants in Rhode Island
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) cultural institutions with audited expenses over $2 million can seek more than US $100,000 to support arts and science programs, capital projects, or limited general support, including work benefiting Rhode Island. Hearst Foundation prioritizes arts education, artist development, STEAM-focused science programs, and organizations with strong, sustainable impact serving large or underserved populations.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Social Service Funding from Hearst Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits with audited expenses over $2 million that run proven social service programs can seek more than US $100,000 for program, capital, or general support. Focused on tackling chronic poverty and strengthening families, the William Randolph Hearst Foundation favors scalable efforts, which may include Rhode Island organizations addressing economic independence and related needs.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Support for Youth
Rhode Island geology organizations can access funding through the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation if they operate as eligible nonprofits or social enterprises focused on education, childhood health, or family economic stability for urban low-income children. Grants over US $50,000 support project implementation or scaling in the U.S., India, or South Africa.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Community and Science Funding for Charities from La Roche
Rhode Island accredited charities running humanitarian, science education, community, environmental, or contemporary arts projects can access funding through La Roche’s global Corporate Donations and Philanthropy program. Eligible projects should promote sustainable development, allow use of Roche’s expertise and logistics, involve local authorities and partners, and actively engage Roche employees in cultural, educational, or social activities.
La Roche, Inc.
Rhode Island Nonprofit Funding via Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Rhode Island 501(c)(3) organizations seeking support for charitable, educational, scientific, or medical work can access funding through the Sidney Stern Memorial Trust, with all funded activities carried out in the U.S. Geology-related nonprofits may be eligible if their programs fit within these broad charitable, scientific, or educational purposes.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Bank Of America Foundation Support for Community Programs
Rhode Island 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on housing, jobs, hunger, arts, environment, or community development can access funding through Bank Of America Charitable Foundation’s sponsorship program. Grants support economic mobility, basic needs like food and shelter, workforce development, arts and culture, environmental initiatives, and diversity and inclusion efforts, which may benefit geology-related community or environmental projects.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Gupta Family Foundation Support for Social Programs
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations working to help disadvantaged people become self-reliant can apply for Gupta Family Foundation grants of US $5,000 - US $250,000. U.S.-based 501(c)(3)s and qualifying foreign entities with revenues between $300,000 and $3,000,000 may be eligible, including those whose humanitarian or social service work intersects with geology-related issues in Rhode Island.
Gupta Family Foundation
Cowles Charitable Trust Education Grants in Rhode Island
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
Focused on education, arts, health, and social justice, 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Rhode Island can seek project or general operating support that may complement geology-related programming. Cowles Charitable Trust offers up to US $10,000, prioritizing organizations with a broad funding base and occasional support for aligned national or international efforts.
Cowles Charitable Trust
Hansen Family Foundation Grants for Rhode Island Programs
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
Rhode Island 501(c)(3) nonprofits with budgets under $1 million can access funding for children, education, environmental, humanitarian, animal welfare, and arts programs that support life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. The Hansen Family Foundation offers US $1,000 - US $10,000 to U.S.-based organizations, including those whose work may intersect with geology-related environmental issues.
Hansen Family Foundation
Storytelling Funding from Jesse W Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and aligned for-profits can seek more than US $50,000 to tell powerful stories about their preservation, education, or wellness work, including environmental conservation that may interest Rhode Island geology-focused groups. The Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation’s Storytelling Grant funds communications that highlight real-world community impact across its three program pillars.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Humanitarian and Education Funding from Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving the Southern U.S. can seek Robinson Foundation support for programs in education, poverty relief, disaster relief, health, families, children, veterans, animal welfare, or nature and wildlife conservation. Grants from Robinson Foundation help organizations with at least three years of activity deliver single-year projects with clear, tangible impact that may interest geology-related initiatives.
Robinson Foundation
Rhode Island Community Services Funding via Insperity
Applications due Oct 16, 2026
Rhode Island 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community services or fundraising events can access funding through Insperity, which offers philanthropic grants and event sponsorships. Eligible organizations must either engage Insperity employees, be Insperity clients, or serve communities where its employees live and work, and may include geology-related programs that meet these criteria.
Insperity
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Grants for Rhode Island Environment
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
With a mission to support charitable work, the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation provides Rhode Island 501(c)(3) organizations with funding for community services, environmental conservation, and peacebuilding initiatives. Nonprofits whose geology-related projects intersect with environmental or community priorities may be eligible to apply.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Youth and Basic Needs Funding from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations near Rhode Island TJX locations that provide basic needs, youth enrichment, workforce readiness, or domestic violence safety can apply for TJX Foundation grants. Eligible geology-focused nonprofits may be considered if their programs support vulnerable families and children within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Support for Environmental Programs
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Environmental and human services 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public schools, and libraries can seek unrestricted operating or program funding, typically US $5,000 - US $10,000, from the Lawrence Foundation. Focused on environmental and community initiatives, the foundation invites applications from organizations nationwide, including Rhode Island groups with geology or broader environmental projects.
Lawrence Foundation
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Support for Community Programs
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Rhode Island and across the U.S. can seek funding for community-based programs, cultural institutions, education, health facilities, environmental conservation, and wildlife protection. Grants from Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation help geology-related or environmental groups with US $1,000 - US $20,000 awards where modest support can have a big impact.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Community Vitality Funding for Nonprofits from Ameriprise Financial
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on basic needs, community development, or cultural enrichment may be eligible for Ameriprise Financial support, including those in Rhode Island. Focused on strengthening communities, Ameriprise Financial invites U.S.-based nonprofits with strong volunteer engagement and measurable outcomes to apply for grants that address hunger, housing, adult self-sufficiency, and community vitality.
Ameriprise Financial
Dr Scholl Foundation Community Grants in Rhode Island
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Rhode Island 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking program support in education, social services, health care, civic or cultural work, or environmental initiatives can access funding through the Dr Scholl Foundation. U.S.-based organizations may receive US $5,000 - US $25,000 for one year of project support, which may benefit geology-related education or community programs.
Dr Scholl Foundation
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Community Services Grants
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit organizations providing community services like economic stability, workforce development, health, or disaster relief may be eligible for funding in Rhode Island and other areas where O’Reilly Auto Parts operates. With a mission to improve quality of life, O'Reilly Automotive Foundation provides 501(c)(3) charities with project, general operating, or capital support that benefits underserved residents.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Community Programs
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with youth, family, food security, housing, or environmental programs can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, offering US $30,000 - US $350,000 for community-impact projects. Rhode Island organizations working in areas like basic human needs, youth development, or environmental stewardship may be especially competitive.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Community Partnership Funding for Nonprofits from Mutual of America Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Rhode Island with strong, replicable community partnerships can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award, which honors collaborations addressing significant social issues. U.S. nonprofits, including those working in geology-related community initiatives, may be recognized for exemplary leadership and impactful, scalable partnership models.
Mutual Of America Foundation